Questions and Answers
Who was ruler during the time of Esther?
Ahasuerus
How many provinces did King Ahasuerus rule over?
127
Who did King Ahasuerus make a feast for in the third year of his reign?
All his officials and servants
How long did King Ahasuerus show the riches of his kingdom in the third year of his reign?
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How long did the feast given by King Ahasuerus last at the end of the 180 days?
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Where did King Ahasuerus make a feast in the third year of his reign?
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What were the drinks served in at the feast that King Ahasuerus gave?
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What did King Ahasuerus order the officers of his household regarding drinking?
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Who did Queen Vashti give a feast for?
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Who did King Ahasuerus command to be brought to him?
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Why did King Ahasuerus want Queen Vashti brought before him at the feast?
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What did Queen Vashti do when she was commanded to come to the king?
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What was King Ahasuerus' reaction when Queen Vashti refused to come to him at the feast?
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What did the wise men who understood the times know?
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Why did King Ahasuerus ask the wise men what they should do to Queen Vashti?
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Who did Memucan tell the king that Vashti had wronged in addition to the king?
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What did Memucan say that all women would do to their husbands when Queen Vashti's behavior became known to them?
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Why did Memucan say that a royal decree should be recorded in the laws of the Persians and the Medes?
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Memucan recommended that a royal decree be issued that Vashti could no longer do what?
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The letters sent to all the king's provinces stated that each man should be what?
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Study Notes
Key Figures and Events
- King Ahasuerus ruled over 127 provinces during Esther's time.
- Ahasuerus hosted a grand feast for all officials and servants in the third year of his reign.
Feasts and Celebrations
- The king showcased the riches of his kingdom for 180 days before the feast.
- After this display, a 7-day feast was held in the court of the garden of the king's palace.
- Drinks were served in golden vessels during the festivities, with officers instructed to serve according to each man's preference.
Queen Vashti's Actions
- While King Ahasuerus held his feast, Queen Vashti organized a separate feast for the women.
- The king commanded for Queen Vashti to be brought to him to display her beauty at the feast, but she refused to come.
Consequences of Refusal
- King Ahasuerus became furious and burned with anger upon Vashti's refusal.
- King consulted wise men who understood law and justice regarding Vashti's disrespect.
Legal Implications
- Memucan advised the king that Queen Vashti had wronged not only him but also all the princes.
- He warned that Vashti's actions would encourage disrespect among women towards their husbands.
- A royal decree was recommended to be established in the laws of the Persians and Medes to prevent alteration.
Outcome and Decrees
- The decree declared that Vashti could no longer come before the king.
- Letters were sent to all provinces stating that each man should be the master in his own household.
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